Embody Summer Blooms: Myths of the Summer Flower Deities and Inspired Beauty Look

In the Tang Dynasty, Li Bai's gift for poetry was known far and wide across China. His collection of works, until today, remains as precious jewels and pearls of Chinese literature. His poems were desired by many, royalty included. So much so that Emperor Xuanzong wished to have him write a rare ode to his beloved concubine, Yang Guifei.

One of Li Bai's many verses for Yang Guifei reads, 'They admire each other, the beauty Fair and the fine (peony) Flower,' which greatly pleased Emperor Xuanzong. To reward Li Bai's talent, the Emperor gifted the poet the most glorious peonies of that blooming season as praises for Li Bai's exquisite verses and the beautiful ties of peony flowers in his poetry.

Li Bai's poems immortalizing the beauty of peonies have led people to regard him as the guardian deity of these flowers, often referred to as the 'Peony Blossom God.' Throughout Chinese history, men honor the beauty of their beloved ladies by likening it to that of a peony, dubbing them 'Peony Goddesses,' a reflective work of Li Bai's poem to Yang Guifei.

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May is a fickle month weather-wise, as it shuffles between spring and summer. While it might not be the time most eagerly anticipated, the Chinese await May with lighter hearts, knowing that the flowering of pomegranate blossoms is near.

To ensure good health and the ability to roam outside and admire pomegranate blossoms, the Chinese pray to Zhong Kui—the vanquisher of evil beings in Taoist mythology—for protection against wicked souls preying on healthy bodies.

Zhong Kui, renowned for his signature red attire reminiscent of the scarlet pomegranate blossom and his generous blessings bestowed upon the flower's admirers, is referred to as the Pomegranate Blossom Deity.

In May, women don red garments to call for the Pomegranate Blossom Deity's favor, hoping to be graced with divine guardianship so that they can freely express their beauty without worrying about malevolent spirits.

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Xi Shi was a woman of exceptional beauty. The first to be titled the Great Beauty of China, and historically known as one the prime instigators that brought down the state of Wu.

Though her name was bound to much greatness, Xi Shi had an impossibly modest lineage. Her family were firewood sellers in a small village, detached from the political scenes of Spring and Autumn China.

However, nods and whispers of her beauty circulated, capturing the interest of a local minister who was keen to discover the truth. Upon seeing Xi Shi, the minister enlisted her into his political party, thus commencing Xi Shi's journey in Wu.

It was said that Xi Shi was very fond of the lotus flower. In June, she often frequented Jinghu Lake to collect some fresh ones for her pleasure. In memory of Xi Shi, the Chinese affectionately named her the Lotus Flower Goddess.

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